Hannah Belloli

On this episode of the NEWSMakers podcast, Hannah Belloli, business development editor at The ACHR NEWS, is joined by Chemours’ Bobby Dean, research & development (R&D)/tech service engineer within the refrigerant team, and Jethro Medina, refrigeration R&D engineer.

Contractors are seeking tools that are equipped to handle A2L refrigerants, offer Bluetooth and wireless compatibility, operate efficiently, save the user time, and are safe to utilize.

Trends at this year’s AHR Expo within commercial controls and building automation were improving energy efficiency, making buildings more adaptable, streamlining workflow to make things easier for HVACR contractors, and a greater emphasis on cybersecurity and digitization.

HVAC business owners can implement simple steps to protect their businesses from potential embezzlement, and should keep in mind that sometimes the embezzler is the person least expected.

A recent report from Honeywell and Reuters shows organizations are investing in things such as better IAQ, energy management systems, and reducing carbon emissions to drive sustainability, but barriers such as a lack of resources and expertise, and cost struggles, hinder progress.

Tools & Tiaras, with its slogan “job don’t have genders,” works to interest girls in construction from a young age. At a recent event, Ridgid and Viega donated the necessary supplies to teach girls how to use press technology.

In order for a technician to transform into a true HVAC business owner, they have to leave their truck behind and enter into the business owner mindset.

Honing in on the brand of a company may just be what’s needed to truly communicate to customers, employees, and investors about what a company stands for while also helping retain and recruit talent.

During the shoulder season, HVAC contractors can focus on business fundamentals, inventory, training, and maintenance to stay busy and generate revenue.

Price increases and inventory challenges are not going anywhere, so HVAC companies need to focus on transport, inventory, training, and communication as 2023 approaches.

The skills of HVAC managers go way beyond industry knowledge, and HVAC companies can seek many different avenues to find talented recruits with the necessary skills to lead a team.

A product round-up of chillers on the market.

A Virginia contractors goes from working out of his two car garage to a 120,000-square-foot warehouse, and along the way helps change lives.

While interest rates do affect the cost of acquisitions, they aren’t necessarily the key driver in an owner deciding whether to buy or sell.

While new DOE standards drive innovation and opportunity within the HVAC industry, they also add pressure and complexity for manufacturers.

More than 700 Nexstar members gathered together to celebrate Nexstar’s 30th anniversary and engage with fellow members in Austin, Texas.

The HVAC system market is projected to reach $US 455.96 billion by 2028 from US$ 246.10 billion in 2022 due to more awareness on HVAC systems.

Colorado researchers found that on average, more than half of the energy consumed by residential air conditioners deals with the humidity on a hot day.

In today’s work-world, is it necessary for companies to offer WFH options or is it reasonable to want all employees in office?

Preventive maintenance and proper setbacks can save a business money while keeping staff and customers comfortable.